Amazing how you catch the light in this photo, and the reality of the scene that your photo expresses! I found myself feeling the cold of the day and the hapiness of the sun light that cames inside the forest.
Very nice, congratulations!
Maria

I have had moments when I have seen rays of sunshine coming through and falling on an object, but never have I captured it such that the outcome is as found here. The sun rays are wonderfully distributed with just the right exposure and light management, that you do not lose the hazy atmosphere. Excellent technique !